Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Tarangire and Ngorongoro Safari with Big Five Game Drives

3 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees
02 Enjoy game drives along the Tarangire River and southern swamps
03 Spot rare wildlife species such as the Greater Kudu, Fringed-eared Oryx, and Ashy Starling
04 Visit Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and wildlife haven
05 Descend 600 meters into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera for a game drive
06 Encounter the Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard
07 Observe flamingoes, hippos, and aquatic bird species at Lake Magadi

Embark on a 3-day Tanzania safari adventure from Moshi to Tarangire National Park and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Discover Tarangire's ancient baobab trees, diverse landscapes, and massive elephant herds, then continue to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ngorongoro Crater for exceptional wildlife viewing. Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera to spot the Big Five and other remarkable species in their natural habitat. Enjoy guided game drives, scenic landscapes, and overnight stays near the parks.

Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera to spot the Big Five and other remarkable species in their natural habitat.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Babati, Mount Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Moshi to Tarangire National Park Safari

Begin the day with breakfast at your hotel in Moshi.
Meet your professional driver-guide for a safari briefing.
Drive to Tarangire National Park (approximately 4-5 hours).
Enjoy a full-day game drive through diverse landscapes with Acacia woodlands and baobab trees.
Spot large herds of elephants, buffaloes, wildebeests, and rare species like Greater Kudu and Ashy Starling.
Have a picnic lunch inside the park.
Continue with afternoon game viewing along the Tarangire River and southern swamps.
Transfer to your lodge or tented camp near the park for dinner and overnight.

Day 02

Morning Game Drive in Tarangire and Transfer to Karatu

Start the day with breakfast at your accommodation.
Embark on a morning game drive in new areas of the park.
Spot predators and grazers active during the cooler hours.
Break for a picnic lunch at a designated site.
Continue game viewing until late afternoon.
Exit the park and drive to Karatu, located on the edge of the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Arrive at your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Airport Transfer

Have an early breakfast and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend over 600 meters into the crater for a half-day game drive.
Spot the Big Five, including lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard.
Visit Lake Magadi to see flamingoes, hippos, and aquatic bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater.
Ascend from the crater and begin the drive back to Arusha or Moshi.
Transfer directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park's baobab-studded plains, Ngorongoro Crater's volcanic caldera, Lake Magadi's flamingo shores

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Babati Rural 6 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transport in a modified 4WD Land Cruiser or Land Rover with a photographic roof
Certified, experienced, English-speaking safari guides
All wildlife reserve entry fees
All camping gear
3 meals a day during the trip
All game drives as mentioned
Airport transfer and drop-off
All taxes and VAT
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day)
Concession/camping fees

What's Not Included

International airfare and flights
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Gratuities for the safari guide and camp staff
Travel insurance
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and beverages at the camp
Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

Please come with your own sleeping bags.

Know before you go

Other language-speaking safari guides in French, Spanish, German, and more are available on request for a supplement of $25 per day, subject to availability.

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